4.31041 Crime & the Criminal Justice System Course outline 2024 updated 17th July.pdf

[Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline School of Humanities and Social Sciences...

[Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline School of Humanities and Social Sciences Social Work strand Course Outline 1. Course Details Number 4.31041 Title Crime and the Criminal Justice System Credits 3 Role in Degree Program Compulsory for both Major & minor social work students. It is also an elective. Course Description Crime has challenged the best of all civilized societies in the world. It continues to be one of the single most important issues in the contemporary world. It is difficult if not impossible to eradicate the problem of crime, as it fundamentally concerns changing human attitudes and behaviour, which is complex, deeply rooted and is influenced by social, cultural and structural factors. The primary goal of this course is to develop a general understanding of students on the criminal justice system’s response to crime in society. It will provide students with an understanding of the Papua New Guinea criminal justice system and its major components, including the police, the courts, and correctional services. It also teaches students about the important role of the informal traditional justice system in making peace in legal pluralism countries like PNG. Students will also learn about crime, its causes, and its consequences. Other areas of criminal justice that will be examined include the different types of law, possible defences to criminal charges, and alternatives to imprisonment. The course will also provide an overview of the newly introduced juvenile justice system and explore criminal justice both domestically and international in the 21st century. 2. Lecturer and Contact Information My name is Joshua Goa and I am the course coordinator for the crime and the criminal justice course. I have the following qualifications; a BA in Social Work, BA Honours in Social Work at UPNG, a Graduate Certificate in Education (Academic Practice) at James Cook University and did a qualifying pathway of the Masters in Social Work Course Work at MONASH University. My main academic interests are: crime and criminology, criminal justice system, youth delinquency, social development, development planning, social research, blended learning, inclusive teaching and learning. In recent years, I have done several research and co-published with other authors in blogs, articles, journals and a book. As part of some of these efforts, I have established links with Australia National University, James Cook University and the United State Institute of Peace. Some of the key findings in the published documents are used as complimentary readings in the lectures to enhance students understanding on the topics covered. I hope that you find this course interesting and rewarding to study. You can contact myself and the co- teaching staff via our email address or in person during our consultation hours as follows; Academic Staff Contact Information Student consultation time Mr. Joshua Goa Office Room: KD210 Tuesday 11-12pm Course Personal Email: Coordinator [email protected] Wednesday 1-2pm Friday 1-2pm Course Group email: [email protected] Mr.Daniel Ayius Office: ARTS 2 building Room 118 Tutor Personal Email: Page 1 of 11  [Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline [email protected] Mr.Aiga IAN Office: KD219 Tutor Personal Email: [email protected] 3. Assumed Knowledge Prerequisite courses Students must do 4.11001Community empowerment, 4.21002 Social development or 4.31023 Social development Seminar Other skills, knowledge and experience Community empowerment, the students at least have learnt the APA Referencing Style from their previous learning 4. Course Aims and Outcomes Aim The course aims to provide a critical perspective of formal criminal justices system and the informal traditional justice system approaches in PNG and abroad related to addressing law and order problems of family and community at large and promotes justice and peace. Outcomes By the end of this course, you will be able to: 1. To identify, understand and examine the criminological theories as developed in the western world and explain these theories in the context of Papua New Guinea. 2. Gain an understanding of the Papua New Guinea’s legal pluralism which comprises of both Traditional justice system and the formal criminal justice system. And how the police, courts, and correctional services interact at the various stages of the criminal justice process. 3. Gain an understanding of why societies punish certain behaviour in the first place, how the law distinguishes between lawful and unlawful behaviour. 4. Understand and critically examine the links of crime to social disruption caused by development. Page 2 of 11  [Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline 5. Learning Activities, Time Required and Relationships 6. Assessment Your grade for the course will be based on the following assessable items. 60 % course work and 40 % exam= 100% Assessment Total Marks Deadline Weighting (%) Alignment to CLO Continuous Test 1 15 Week 6 (Tutorial 15 1-3 Time) Test 2 20 Week 10 (Tutorial 20 4- 5 Time) Major Assignment 25 Week 12, Friday 25 3-5 4pm Reflective Essay Summative Final Exam (Close 40 Based on 40% 1-5 Book) Examination Schedule Total 100% 1-5 MAJOR ASSIGNMENT:REFLECTIVE ESSAY Reflective Essay (25%): Causes of sorcery accusation related violence (SARV) in PNG Length: 2500 words (5 type pages- From Introduction to conclusion) Due date: Week 12 Friday 4pm Sorcery accusation relative violence (SARV) is becoming a big law and order problem not only in rural areas in PNG but current trend indicates it’s now happening in most urban areas. Accusation of sorcery usually follow a sudden or unexplained death, with a grieving family member or relative looking for someone to blame. Question: In this formative write-up, you are asked to engage in a 3 step reflective process in identifying the main cause of sorcery accusation related violence (SARV) in PNG and provide an action plan to address it: Step 1: (Current Problem) List and describe some (about 4-5) causes contributing to sorcery accusation related violence (SARV) in PNG. Page 3 of 11  [Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline Step 2: (Critical reflection) Look at the main list in step 1 and identify (pick) which is the main cause (only one) of sorcery accusation related violence (SARV) in PNG. Ensure that you justify the reason why it’s chosen as the main cause. Step 3: (Action Plan) Create a plan of action to address that main cause (identify in step2) Essay Outline Cover page Table of contents Title (Must be just above introduction and must capture theme of the essay) 1.Introduction Students clearly outline what the essay is about in one to two paragraphs only. A cited definition of sorcery accusation related violence (SARV) can be presented here as well. 2.Discussion 2.1 Step 1 Causes (about 4-5) contributing to sorcery accusation related violence in PNG. 2.2. Step 2 The main cause of sorcery accusation related violence in PNG. 2.3 Step 3 Plan of action to address that main cause of sorcery accusation related violence in PNG. 3.Conclusion ▪ Bring the reflective essay to a close by outlining the main thread of the discussion. References List & Citations ▪ Use APA 7th Style Word count 2500 (5 type pages- from introduction to conclusion) From Introduction to Conclusion, excluding Reference List Page 4 of 11  [Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline ▪ Reflective Essay is worth 25% and will be assess with this marking rubric; Criteria Expected outcome Research Skills Excellent integration of a wide range of highly relevant and high-quality resources that directly (6 marks) address the topic. Analytical reasoning and substantiation of overall Excellent organising of all ideas and arguments in a topic of discussion logical, concise and cohesive manner, with high ( 9 marks level critical analysis. Supports topic of discussion with convincing evidence. Structure and Strong evidence of effective structuring and sequencing of, and links between, sections and Style paragraphs. In-text citation of sources and reference (6 marks) list are consistent with APA 7th style. Syntax and mechanics Demonstrate high quality application of standard (4 marks) writing conventions including accurate sentence construction, punctuation, grammar and spelling. Strong evidence of effective editing. ▪ Word count: 2500 words ▪ In-text citations & Reference list: should conform to APA 7th Style guidelines ▪ Require minimum of five (5) or more references used in this reflective write up. (No use of Wikipedia) ▪ Spacing: Single spacing ▪ Page numbers: all pages, in numerals, top right ▪ Font: Times New Roman ▪ Font size: 12 ▪ No use of Wikipedia. All completed reflective essay write-up must be strictly submitted to your respective tutorial teaching staff by Friday (Week 12) at 4pm; Joshua GOA: Via email in MS word format to [email protected] Friday 2-3pm (T) KD 100 Daniel AYIUS: Printed hard copies Tuesday 9-10 am (T) KD 202 Tuesday 10-11am (T) KD 202 Tuesday 1-2pm (T) KD 202 Aiga IAN: Printed hard copies Thursday 9-10am (T) L3 Page 5 of 11  [Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline 7. Resources Demian, M. (2023). Grassroots law in Papua New Guinea. Canberra, Australia: ANU Press. Howes, S & Pillai, L.N. (2022). Papua New Guinea: Government, Economy and politics. Canberra, Australia: ANU Press. May, R.J. (2022). State and Society in Papua New Guinea, 2001-2021. Canberra, Australia: ANU Press. Campbell, S. D. (2013). Sustainable Development and Social Justice: conflicting urgencies and the search for common ground in urban and regional planning. Michigan Journal of Sustainability, 1(20181221). https://doi.org/10.3998/mjs.12333712.0001.007 Cox, J., Walton, W.G., Goa, J., & Lawihin, D. (2022). Uneven development and its effects: Livelihoods and urban and rural spaces in Papua New Guinea. In Papua New Guinea: Government, Economy and politics (pp. 193-213). Canberra, Australia: ANU Press. DeLisi, M. & Vaughn, M.G. (2014). Foundation for a temperament-based theory of antisocial behaviour and criminal justice, Journal of Criminal Justice, 24, 10-25. Forsyth, M & Eves, R. (2015). Talking it through: responses to sorcery and witchcraft beliefs and practices in Melanesia. Canberra, Australia: Australian National University Press. Hu, M. & Dai, M. (2014). Confidence in the criminal justice system: differences between citizens and criminal justice officials in China. Criminology & Criminal Justice, 14 (4), 503-524. Gibbs, P. (2016). I Could Be the Last Man: Changing Masculinities in Enga Society, The Asia Pacific Journal of Anthropology, 17:3-4, 324-341. Howes, S., Sause, L., and Ugyel, L. (2022). Decentralisation: A Political Analysis. In Papua New Guinea: Government, Economy and politics (pp. 193-213). Canberra, Australia: ANU Press. Goa, J., Flynn, C., 2013, 'Understanding youth offending in Port Moresby (PNG): Social Work perspectives'. Paper presented at ANZSOC 2013 Conference - Local and International Perspectives on the Prevention of Crime. Brisbane, October 1 - 3, 2013. Australian and New Zealand Society of Criminology, Brisbane, pp. 61. Goa ,J., Garnier, N., Joskins, A & Raka, R. (2015). Innovation in Papua New Guinea: ‘a study conducted by University of Papua New Guinea.’ Hamiduddin, I. (2015). Social sustainability, residential design and demographic balance: neighbourhood planning strategies in Freiburg, Germany. Town Planning Review, 86(1), 29–52. https://doi.org/10.3828/tpr.2015.3 Human Rights Watch. (2017).Papua New Guinea: Fight Corruption and Police Brutality. Retrieved 31 st May 2017, from https://www.hrw.org/news/2017/01/12/papua-new-guinea-fight-corruption-and-police-brutality Hutcherson, A. R. (2016). The benefits and challenges of urbanization. Justice, B. & Meares, T.L. (2014). How the criminal justice system educates citizens.The Annals of the Page 6 of 11  [Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline American Academy, 651,159-177. DOI: 10.1177/0002716213502929 Lakhani, S and Willman, A. (2014). ‘The Socio-economic Costs of Crime and Violence in Papua New Guinea: Recommendations for Policy and Programs Levy, J. M. (2016). Contemporary Urban Planning. In Routledge eBooks. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315619408 May, R. (2016). Papua New Guinea in 2015-a year of complexities. Asian Survey, 56 (1), 123-128. Onyeke, D. (2016). Real Men Don’t Hit Women The virtue of respect as a strategy for reducing gender-based violence in Papua New Guinea Ozmen, A. (2014). Notes to the concept of Decentralisation. Eskisehir Osmangazi University. Ottley, B.L. (2016). Larcom, legal dissonance: the interaction of criminal law and customary law in Papua New Guinea. Asia Pacific Law Review, 24 (1),83-86. Gordon, P. (2023) (Ed): Cox, J.. Demian, M., Forsyth, M., Goa, J., Kuiai, D., Kuir-Ayius, D., Lawihin, D., Main, M., Rooney, N., Tararia, A & Tinning, Z. Examining Conflict Dynamics in Papua New Guinea. United States Institute of Peace (usip.org). https:// www.usip.org/publications/2023/03/examining-conflict-dynamics-papua-new-guinea Pandey, M.K., & Howes, S. (2022).Have living standards improved in PNG over the last two decades? Evidence from Demographic and Health Surveys. In Papua New Guinea: Government, Economy and politics (pp. 163-192). Canberra, Australia: ANU Press. Piel, et al.(2016). An ecological systems approach to understanding social support in foster family resilience. School of Social Work Wayne State University, Detroit, MI,USA. Reilly, B., Brown, M., & Flower, S. (2015). Political governance and service delivery in Papua New Guinea: A strategic review of current and alternative governance system, Discussion Paper No.143. Port Moresby, PNG: NRI. Taylor, J. (2015). Working with communities. Melbourne, Australia: Oxford Press. University of Kent. (2018). What is accessibility. Retrieved https://www.kent.ac.uk/studentsupport/accessibility/accessibility-defined.html Walton, G & Dinnen, S. (2022). Crime & corruption. In Papua New Guinea: Government, Economy and politics (pp. 87-122). Canberra, Australia: ANU Press. Wang, Y. 2014. Women’s Market Participation And Potential For Business Advancement: A Case Study Of Women Traders In Papua New Guinea. PNG: NRI. 8.Syllabus and Schedule of Learning Activities Page 7 of 11  [Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline Week Lecture Topic Activities & Numbers Assessments 1 1 Introduction to criminology Introducing the course 1 2 Criminology theories and origins. 2 3 Crime and Social Change in developing countries & PNG 2 4 Traditional Justice System 3 5 Introduction to the Formal Tutorial Discussion: criminal justice system 1.Going through the course outline. 2.Explaining the assessments. 3 6 POLICE: PNG Royal Constabulary (PNGRC) 4 7 Courts in PNG Tutorial Problem Based Learning Exercise 4 8 Correctional Services Page 8 of 11  [Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline 5 9 Community Based Tutorial Revision Corrections (CBC) – Parole Exercise for Test 1 5 8 Community Based Corrections (CBC) – Probation 6 9 Juvenile and the Juvenile Tutorial Problem Base Justice System Learning Exercise 6 TEST 1( 15%): IN CLASS 7 CONSOLIDATION WEEK 8 10 Violence Against Children Tutorial Exercise 8 11 Violence Against Women 9 12 Corruption Tutorial: Task 1: Tutorial Reflective Discussions: Looks at the causes & impact of Corruption in PNG Task 2: Tutorial Revision Exercise for Test 2 Page 9 of 11  [Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline 9 13 Anti-Corruption efforts in Papua New Guinea 10 14 The Ombudsman Tutorial Discussions Commission of PNG 10 TEST 2 ( 20%): IN CLASS 11 15 Narcotics Bureau Tutorial Exercise 11 16 Constitutional Law Reform Commission Page 10 of 11  [Crime & the Criminal Justice System] Course Outline 12 17 Role of Private Security Tutorial: Conduct Part 1 companies in crime Exam Revision Exercises prevention 12 18 Crime Trends and policy implications in PNG. DUE DATE FOR ESSAY (WEEK 12 THURSDAY) 25% 13 19 Approaches to combat law Tutorial: Conduct Part 2 and order problems in PNG Exam Revision Exercises 13 20 Exam Revision Lecture EXAM WEEK 15 ( 40%) Page 11 of 11